Sega Genesis Model 1 W/ Cables Controllers Games Gargoyles Cleaned Tested Works!
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Manufacturer description
Sega Genesis Model 1 in great working condition! Console has been disassembled and shell has been cleaned thoroughly with soapy water. Pin connector has been cleaned as well. Comes with all necessary hookups to start playing immediately! Comes with 2 OEM controllers, a 3-button and a 6-button controller. All buttons on both controllers feel nice to press and function excellently. The 6-button controller has electrical tape on exposed wire as shown in picture 7 which does not affect functionality at all. Comes with 3 games as pictured. Cartridges have a-lot of wear and tear especially on the…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Sega Genesis Model 1 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro consoles category. Sega's retro consoles lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro consoles of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| region | NTSC |
|---|---|
| bit_depth | 16 |
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